FAQ

Common questions about what Livepeer is, how the protocol and network differ, and where to go next.

This FAQ answers the most common About-tab questions and points to the deeper page when the short answer is not enough.

What is Livepeer in one sentence?

Livepeer is a protocol and open network for real-time video and AI compute, coordinated through on-chain incentives and off-chain execution.

Start with Livepeer Overview for the full explanation.

What is the difference between the protocol and the network?

The protocol is the on-chain coordination layer. It handles staking, rewards, payments, and governance.

The network is the off-chain execution layer. It handles routing, compute, verification, and marketplace behaviour.

Read Protocol Overview and Network Overview together for the clearest split.

What is LPT used for?

LPT is used for staking, delegation, and governance. It is not the token used to pay for ordinary video or AI jobs.

See Livepeer Token and Protocol Economics.

Where do I find contract addresses?

Use the dedicated reference page at Contract Addresses.

For contract relationships and protocol context, see Blockchain Contracts.

Where should I start if I am evaluating Livepeer?

Use the About navigator first, then follow the evaluation reading path.

Start with Navigator, then continue to Evaluating Livepeer.

Where can I look up terms used in this section?

Use Glossary for About-specific terminology and Livepeer Glossary for broader term coverage.